Job Summary
The Tigers are seeking a creative and social savvy bilingual seasonal assistant to join the social media team for the 2026 season. This individual will be responsible for programming our @Tigres Spanish language social media platforms and support day-to-day functions for other official Tigers social channels. The ideal candidate will be organized and detail-oriented while bringing a fresh perspective to our content to engage key audiences.
Key Responsibilities
Draft copy for social media posts, being mindful of voice for each platform
Capture content for social media at home games and offsite promotional, community and sponsor events
Support the Social Media Manager with overseeing the planning and execution of our content calendar
Manage the @Tigres social accounts
Monitor the daily social conversations of fans, influencers, other brands and teams to identify trends, track fan sentiment and stay up to date on relevant news
Work in partnership with internal stakeholders including sponsorship, ticket sales and community impact to manage day-to-day project expectations and deliverables for select programming, special events and campaigns
Provide timely and detailed social media reporting on overall performance, special events, sponsorship content, key announcements and more
Assist with graphic design and video needs for different social channels where applicable
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
College senior or recent graduate
Must be fluent in English and Spanish
Experience creating social media content on brand accounts
Strong writing skills with knowledge of AP style
Above average knowledge and understanding of the game of baseball
Ability to meet tight deadlines while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work flexible hours including weekends, nights and holidays
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience working in the sports and entertainment industry
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
Experience with graphic design and video editing a plus
Familiarity with Sprout Social or similar social media management platforms a plus
All items listed above are illustrative and not comprehensive. They are not contractual in nature and are subject to change at the discretion of Detroit Tigers.
Detroit Tigers is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual’s race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Company will strive to provide reasonable accommodations to permit qualified applicants who have a need for an accommodation to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a job interview) if so requested.
